Double Dummy Problems in the 21st Century Vol. 2
This is the second of two volumes forming a sequel to the author's A Compendium of Double Dummy Problems (Master Point Press, 2021), containing 158 double dummy problems, ranging from 'difficult' to 'fiendish' in difficulty. The collection is derived from the monthly series of problems that have been presented at the author's website for competitive solving. It features as many as 24 different composers, several of whom made their first appearance at this website. The format follows that of the Compendium, with solutions being given in full. Difficulty ratings are based on suggestions from successful solvers, and Volume II covers the more difficult problems rated 5 to 8. Volume I covered problems ranging from 1 to 4.
Designing Video Games
"...does indeed offer step by step considerations about creating video games." - Historical Miniatures Gaming SocietyHave you ever played a video game and wondered how it was made? Do you have an idea for a game but don't know how to create it? Maybe you're curious about the skills needed to land a job as a video games developer?This book breaks down the tools and techniques behind making games, providing practical advice to help you create experiences that grab players and transport them to worlds of mystery and adventure.Packed with examples and tips, Designing Video Games details each step in the process: * Thinking up and evaluating ideas.* Turning ideas into designs.* Understanding your audience.* Creating game content.* Using psychological techniques.* Fixing common development problems.* Polishing, marketing, and releasing games.Yes, you absolutely have what it takes to make great video games. This book will show you how.
The Hidden Laws of Chess
In his second chess book, International Master Nick Maatman explains how you can improve your understanding of dynamics. The answers can be found in The Hidden Laws of Chess. He discusses themes such as material imbalance and quality versus quantity. He also introduces concepts such as field of vision, the impact of error and the price of a move. These original and well-thought-out ideas are illustrated by a wealth of games from top players past and present, as well as from Maatman's own experience.
New in Chess Magazine 2024 / 8
With readers in 116 countries, New in Chess is the premier chess magazine in the world. Over the past 40 years all the world's best players have explained their games on our pages. From Garry Kasparov to Magnus Carlsen, from Anatoly Karpov to Fabiano Caruana, from Judit Polgar to Hou Yifan, literally all of them. If you are looking for exclusive interviews, tactics columns, easy-to-grasp instructional articles and great historical stories, this is your magazine. New in Chess appears 8 times a year, offering more than 800 pages of the best entertainment and instruction in chess.
Armchair Puzzlers
Sit back, relax, and put your brain to work! This Armchair Puzzlers book is chock-full of fun and exciting crosswords that are sure to keep you thinking and busy for hours. These large print puzzles are the perfect collection of this classic puzzle to kick back and relax with.
Neopets: The Official Colouring Book
Neopia has been going grey, and it's up to you to bring the colour back! Colour in your favourite Neopets, Petpets, Faeries, and tons more images in Neopets: The Official Colouring Book, with a bonus sheet of high-quality Neopets stickers! Each page in the colouring book is perforated, thick stock, and single-sided. All the magic has been used up...wait, maybe not.;) Grab your Aisha Pencil Sharpener, Scented Yooyuball Markers, Uniocto Crayon Set, or Scritchy Sketchy Paint Brush and get ready to bring the colour back to Neopia in the first-ever colouring book for the iconic Y2K-era computer game. You'll need to colour in and out of the lines in order to restore Neopia to its glory. Otherwise, Baelia the Grey Faerie and the rest of Neopia might just stay sad and grey forever . . . Neopets: The Official Colouring Book is a gorgeous and relaxing colouring book that will take artists on a journey through all of Neopia's finest, like Faerieland, Tyrannia, Mystery Island, and more. This book has 96 pages of images to colour and includes all of your Neopian favourites, like Jhudora, Illusen, and Queen Fyora, as well as those so-bad-they're-good baddies like Dr. Sloth and Lord Kass. (And don't even get us STARTED on Grundos. There are Grundos. Trust us, there are Grundos.) Features all your favourite Neopets, Faeries, and more Includes 4 all-new colouring pages by one of the original art directors at Neopets, Anthony Conley Other pages of art include new patterns and illustrations by artist Rachel Cash Includes a universal, one-time-use code in the back for an exclusive Neopets item that can be redeemed on the website (just like in Neopets: The Official Cookbook) Includes a high-quality sheet of full-colour stickers in the back Foreword written by TNT Aesop himself, head of Narrative and Lore at Neopets Each colouring page is perforated and single-sided, so it can be taken out of the colouring book and used for display (or fed to your Kadoatie Petpet ... no judgement) All 55 species of Neopets are included A "must-have" collectible for all Neopets fans! (Maybe even some enemies!) This is officially licensed merchandise from (c) Neopets 1999-2025. All Rights Reserved. "For the first time in a while, I am truly optimistic on the future of Neopets in print. Good things are coming ... This book is proof that the Neopets brand is still brimming with fresh ideas, strong execution, and full of heart.​" - Jellyneo (Neopets fan site) for Neopets: The Official Cookbook
The Game Business Guidebook
This book is the perfect toolkit for any developer who wishes to transform an idea into a viable business. From the experience of a game designer and a business developer, it covers every step from the conception of the game to signing a deal with a publisher.
The Creepy Cute Love Sticker Book
Stick to the dark side of love with this adorably lovesick--and twisted--collection of stickers full of shock and aww with cute zombie cupids, fluttering hearts with fangs, sinister sweet treats, and so much more. From zombie cupids and heart-covered coffins to fang-tastic cupcakes and more, The Creepy Cute Love Sticker Book is packed with hundreds of stickers ready to bring a lovesick twist wherever you choose to stick them! Want to add some spooky flair to your water bottle, journal, laptop, or love notes? These stickers will stick by your side--literally! This sticker set reimagines sugary staples like roses and chocolates into goth-inspired gems that cling to your favorite things with a slightly darker kind of love. Deadly charming, devilishly fun, and irresistible to peel and place--this collection proves love can stick anywhere! What's not to love?
In Search of Travel
Dream, Plan, Explore, Repeat: A European Travel Word Search BookMore than just puzzles, this book is your one-of-a-kind journey through Europe! Dive into 50 handcrafted and engaging word searches that take you from planning your trip to exploring iconic destinations. Each puzzle mirrors the adventure of discovering new places and making unforgettable memories, turning wanderlust into a playful journey!Embark on a European Journey-From Dreaming to Exploring!♥ Explore Europe - Themed puzzles, fun facts, and travel inspiration.♥ Immerse Yourself - Enjoy quotes, tips, lists, and extra insights.♥ Plan Your Dream Trip - Includes a sketch map and travel planning aids to get you started.Features: ★ Handy size: The 6"x9" travel size slips easily into any bag.★ Brain-Teasing Fun: Multi-directional words for a satisfying challenge (solutions included).★ Bonus Sneak Peek: 3 special puzzles give a clue to the theme of the next book in the series!Ideal For ◆ Travel planners and newcomers craving creative inspiration ◆ Puzzle fans who enjoy themed challenges◆ Armchair explorers dreaming of Europe's charm ◆ Gift-givers seeking a unique, interactive present The Europe book is a general overview of Europe and the planning of the journey and then the series continues with The Regions of Europe that delve deeper. It is hoped that these puzzles will unveil new knowledge, ignite your wanderlust, and inspire your travel curiosity about the vastness of Europe.
The Times Bumper Book of Su Doku
300 hand-picked puzzles from the world's Su Doku Master.Su Doku took the world by storm in 2004 when Wayne Gould published his first series of puzzles in The Times. Marking 20 years since this phenomenon Wayne has hand-selected 300 of his original puzzles for this special anniversary collection.The ideal gift for every fan of Su Doku.During a visit to Japan, Wayne was in a bookstore where, not knowing how to read or speak Japanese, he was drawn to the puzzle which he first thought was a crossword. He was intrigued and later on he decided to take it with him to the United States and Britain. After his initial retirement, in efforts to pass time and sharpen his computer skills, Gould developed a computer program that generates Su Doku puzzles.The rest is history, Su Doku became a massive hit in the UK and continues to challenge minds to this day with The Times at the forefront of Su Doku publishing in print and online.Enjoy this selection of Wayne's original puzzles from 2004-5.Easy, Mild, Difficult and Fiendish puzzles included.
Large Print Sudoku
Sudokus are the ever-popular number placement puzzles that give your brain an excellent mental workout. Spanning four increasingly difficult levels to challenge all abilities of solver, and presented in an easy-to-read, large-print type, this collection is perfect for any puzzle lover that prefers larger letters. - LARGE PRINT: Put your reading glasses away! This large-print book allows you to puzzle away without straining your eyes. - EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Give your mind a great workout as you pit your wits against these number-placement teasers.- REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles.
Death in Paradise: The Puzzle Book
THE OFFICIAL PUZZLE BOOK FOR HIT BBC TV SERIES On the idyllic island of Saint Marie, there's been a murder. Fresh off the plane, you are the island's last hope of finding an answer to this bewildering crime that's puzzled detective inspectors for years. Only one question matters: do you have what it takes? The official puzzle book to accompany the beloved long-running TV series, this fiendishly entertaining book - featuring 150 mind-bending puzzles - whisks you away into the world of Death in Paradise, casting you among your favourite characters and training your brain along the way. So, grab a mojito and your magnifying glass . . . it's time to find out whodunnit. Perfect for fans of Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise and Return to Paradise!
Brain Games - Sticker by Number: Vintage Forest (28 Images to Sticker)
Beautiful artwork awaits in Sticker by Number: Vintage Forest. An ideal gift for the crafter or nature lover in your life. Features 28 full-color lithographic images to sticker, including scenic forests, beautiful birds, cute woodland creatures, and many different insects and flowers. Perforated pages make the book easy to use. Puzzle designs range in difficulty. Made for adults, but kids and teens can enjoy as well! Similar to color or paint by number, this sticker activity book features designs that are divided into spaces, each with a number that corresponds to a sticker. Find the sticker, peel it, and place it in the right space. Watch as a full colored image emerges from the original unfinished illustration.
Brain Games - USA Word Search - Large Print
Have fun with 84 word search puzzles all about America! Take a trip around the United States as you find words and names related to American places, food, history, and culture. Discover puzzles about national parks, presidents, popular sports, anthems, American geography, Revolutionary War battles, state symbols, and more. With enlarged text and sizable grids, these puzzles are designed to be easy on the eyes even as they engage your brain. Spiral bound, 192 pages.
Games for Couples
Make date nights fun again - without planning, pressure, or screens!Most couples want to feel closer, laugh more, and keep the spark alive - but busy lives often get in the way. Date Night! Games for Couples is designed to solve that problem simply and enjoyably.This book gives you ready-to-use games and activities that help couples reconnect through play, conversation, and shared experiences - all proven drivers of relationship satisfaction in long-term partnerships.Instead of another forgettable night on the sofa, you'll have instant ideas that turn time together into something meaningful, light-hearted, and memorable.What's inside: Simple two-player games that require no equipment and take minutes to learnA mix of fast-paced, competitive games and relaxed, cosy activities to suit any moodQuizzes and challenges that reveal how well you really know each otherCreative at-home date ideas that break routine without extra cost or prepConversation starters - from funny Would You Rather questions to deeper prompts that encourage emotional closenessThese activities are designed around what research shows strengthens relationships: shared laughter, novelty, quality conversation, and intentional time together.Written by a bestselling games author and tested in real life with her own husband of over a decade, this book is practical, approachable, and genuinely fun - not awkward or overly sentimental.Its fun design and format also makes it a popular gift choice for anniversaries, Valentine's Day, birthdays, or just-because surprises for a girlfriend, boyfriend, wife, husband, or any couple who enjoys spending time together.If you want an easy way to feel closer, laugh more, and make date nights something you actually look forward to again, this book is for you.Grab a copy, grab your partner, and let the games begin!
The Book of the Year 2019
'My favourite geeks. Hilarious. Sideways. Brilliant.' Tim MinchinIn a year when South Korea announced that its new robotics museum will be built by robots, and French cheese terrorists put a camembert through every French MP's letterbox, The Book of the Year returns with another dose of barely believable yet bona fide facts and stories from the past twelve months.Each week for the past five years, Dan, James, Anna and Andy - the creators of the award-winning, chart-topping comedy podcast No Such Thing as a Fish - have wowed each other and millions of listeners with the most astonishing trivia they have learned over the previous seven days. Now, once again, they have scoured the newspapers for hidden gems, and transformed another year's worth of weird and wonderful happenings into one uplifting book that you won't be able to put down.Discover how TV channel Hallmark has so many new Christmas movies that it will now start airing them from July.Be amused to learn that a thousand people were hired to attend a rally in Kiev to protest against the practice of hiring people to attend rallies.Share the excitement of the scientists who discovered that more attractive monkeys have smaller testicles.Revel in the news that Carlsberg launched a new advertising campaign admitting it is 'probably not the best beer in the world'. Feel a little sympathy for Ariana Grande, who got a Japanese tattoo she intended to say 'Seven Rings' but that actually ended up reading 'small charcoal grill'. From ecologically minded Birmingham drug dealers to dodgy Belgian petanque players, The Book of the Year 2019 is an eye-opening tour of yet another incredible year you didn't know you'd lived through. And the authors have promised not to mention Brexit. Much.
100 Stress-Relieving Crossword Puzzles to Sharpen Your Mind
100 crossword puzzles to help you relieve stress and sharpen your mind, now revised and updated in a paperback format! Doing crosswords is a fantastic way to stay mentally fit and expand your knowledge. With 100 easy- to medium-level puzzles in a minimalist, stylish design, this crossword collection is perfect for anyone looking for a fun way to stimulate their brain! 100 crosswords of varying themes: Enjoy modern and fun clues covering pop culture, sports, healthy living, history, and moreEasy- to medium-level puzzles: Engaging puzzles suitable for crossword enthusiasts of all skill levelsExpert contributors: Created by renowned contributors whose work has been featured in the New York Times, New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, and moreTravel size: The book's 6" x 9" size makes it perfect for travel or on-the-go solvingLayflat and easy to read: The book lays flat for easy writing, and the puzzle grids and clues spread across two pages for readabilityHigh quality: Durable cover and premium paper, totaling 224 pages Answer key included: Solutions to all puzzles are provided at the back of the book for quick reference This crossword book is brought to you by MOSH, a mission-driven brain health and wellness company that was founded by Maria Shriver and Patrick Schwarzenegger to inspire optimal brain health at every stage of life through nutrition, education, research, and advocacy. For more information, visit www.moshlife.com.
200 Stress-Relieving Sudoku Puzzles to Sharpen Your Mind
Sharpen your mind and unwind with 200 relaxing sudoku puzzles! This beautifully designed sudoku book for adults offers the perfect mix of challenge, focus, and fun. Whether you're new to sudoku or a seasoned solver, this collection of 200 puzzles--ranging from very easy to challenging--will keep your brain active and your stress levels low. Why you'll love this sudoku puzzle book for adults: 200 Puzzles for Every Skill Level: Includes 200 sudoku puzzles from very easy to challenging, helping you build confidence and keep your brain sharp.✈️ Perfect Travel Companion: The convenient 6" x 9" size makes it ideal for travel, commutes, or relaxing on the go. Large Print & Layflat Design: Easy-to-read puzzles printed one per page on premium paper--perfect for adults and seniors. Flexible Paperback Edition: Stylish and sturdy with 240 total pages for long-lasting enjoyment.✅ Answer Key Included: Complete solutions provided at the back for quick reference or a little extra help when you need it.This collection isn't just entertaining -- it's a simple way to support brain health. Solving sudokus regularly can boost memory, focus, and relaxation, making this one of the best brain games for seniors and adults alike. A Great Gift for Puzzle LoversLooking for thoughtful sudoku gifts or something special for a friend who loves brain teasers? This elegant and portable sudoku book makes a wonderful gift for birthdays, holidays, or anytime inspiration strikes. Brought to you by MOSH, a mission-driven brain health and wellness company founded by Maria Shriver and Patrick Schwarzenegger to inspire optimal brain health through nutrition, education, research, and advocacy. Learn more at www.moshlife.com.
Disney Stitch Color-By-Number
Color in more than 90 favorite characters and scenes from the beloved Disney film Lilo & Stitch with ease in this fun book suitable for fans of all ages. Fans of the Disney film Lilo & Stitch will find that creating works of art is as easy as one, two, three when coloring by number! Grab your favorite set of colored pencils or pens and use the foldout color key at the back of the book as your guide to bringing these colorful characters and scenes to life. Disney Stitch Color-by-Number includes 92 fun illustrations based on official stills from the film, as well as a full-color image gallery showing the completed pieces. Each page is perforated, so when you're done coloring, you can display the finished artworks on your wall or gift them to family and friends.
Cozy Nightmare Glow-In-The-Dark Coloring
The scenes in this coloring book are sure to make you feel comfortably cozy as you color in the cute and creepy creatures! Adorably creepy creatures can be found on every page of this glow-in-the-dark coloring book that is sure to produce hours of relaxing fun. Each scene is done in an edgy, but cute and cozy style, with ghosts, skeletons, and other ghoulies in delightfully humorous settings, perfect for people who enjoy a soft touch of the macabre while they color. Among the 39 coloring pages are 12 that glow in the dark with different colors of ink, so you can put the finished artworks on the wall and enjoy them even after the lights go out.
